Sermons on Good And Faithful Servant:

The Danger Of Neglect

Contributed by Lowell Williams on Jul 16, 2009

Neglect in any area of life is tragic, but in the spiritual realm, hearing the Gospel message and doing nothing about it is infinitely more tragic.

THE DANGER OF NEGLECT. (Hebrews 2:1-4) What if... What if God failed to take the time to bless us today because we neglected to take the time to thank Him yesterday? What if God decided to stop leading us tomorrow because we neglected to follow Him ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Remaining Steadfast Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jul 19, 2009

It’s tough to be steadfast or loyal to our creditors when the mortgage or car payment is due, cash is tight, and work is gone. It’s tough to be steadfast and hang on in relationships when so many are divorcing their families and walking away. It is tou

I’m sure you have had at least one experience where something overwhelmed you to the point that you wondered if you could survey the fallout from it. Your mind is gone there already. Some of you are in the middle of that something and are desperate for help and hope. Others have come through and in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Parasites Of Discouragement Series

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Feb 15, 2009

Discouragement is like a parasite that comes along side us and sucks the very life out of us – if we let it!

Ever felt like your life was the most unlucky of all? No matter what, the human spirit can be an amazing thing. Take for example the case of Larry Hanratty, who was named by the Los Angeles Times in 2007 the most unlucky man in California. This poor man was nearly executed to death in a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Defeating Discouragement Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Feb 17, 2009

This message focuses on the necessity of change. Change can be very uncomfortable but it is essential to growth.

Keep the Change “Defeating Discouragement” Nehemiah 4 Perhaps you have heard of Murphy’s law. His most famous law was this: if anything can go wrong, it probably will. There are other laws that are attributed to Mr. Murphy as well. Here are a few: * left to themselves, things tend to go from ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Endless Energy And Boundless Strength

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 23, 2009

A sermon on God’s power focused on Ephesians 1:19

Sermon for 2/22/2009 Ephesians 1:15-23 Introduction: On May 18, 1980 Mount St. Helens exploded with what is the most visible indication of the power of nature that the modern world has ever seen. At 8:32 am the explosion ripped 1,300 feet off the mountain, with a force of 10 million tons of TNT, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The "Performance Art" Of God

Contributed by Carl Greene on Feb 28, 2009

A different look at the story of The Flood and Rainbow. How the rainbow reminds us of God’s grace restrains Him from doing what He COULD do, but chooses NOT to do. What we learn from the story about judgment and justice.

Is there anyone here this morning who hasn’t at least heard something about Noah and The Flood? Is there anyone here this morning who hasn’t heard at least something about “Noah’s Ark?” I’m willing to bet that when you think about Noah and the flood, your mind usually goes directly to the “ark” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:8-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Door

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Mar 12, 2009

The presence of God is accessed through the door of Jesus Christ and all who go through that door will find more than they ever hoped for.

The Door Griffith Baptist Church – 3/15/09 A.M. Service Text: John 10:1-10 Key verse: John 10:10 – The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. Premise: The presence of God is accessed ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Jesus Said About Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Mar 20, 2009

Because our greatest problem is sin, our greatest need is forgiveness and our need to forgive.

“Jesus Said” What Jesus to His Followers “About Forgiveness” Michael Wiley Matthew 6:9-15 John 8:7-12 Matthew 18:23-35 March 22, 2009 Introduction: In our 11 teaching in our series—last week we spoke about our message and the world we have been called to take it to. The world needs our message ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Look And Live

Contributed by Carl Greene on Mar 23, 2009

Chances are most regular church attendees can rattle off the gist of John 3: 16…often called “the gospel in a nutshell.” There’s truth in that statement, but it may leave some with the assumption the rest of the Bible is just Commentary!

Am I safe this morning to assume that even if you haven’t read it, or subscribe to it… you know what I’m talking about when I mention the New York Times? Of course, it is a well know newspaper and it’s been around for years. How many you have heard it referred to as “the gray lady.” It picked up ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

"Gain The Proper Perspective On Spirituality” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 25, 2009

What characterizes the life of the truly spiritual Christian?

As we have considered the beatitudes thus far, we have talked about how Jesus says that happiness is found in brokenness, happiness is found in mourning, happiness is found in meekness, and now, we will look at what Jesus had to say about how happiness is found in hungering and thirsting after ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Baptist

He Looked Around At Everything

Contributed by Stephen Robinson on Apr 4, 2009

The events of Holy Week and Easter were no accident.

Intro – The triumphal entry Jesus comes into town, riding on the back of donkey. There are two distinct groups who make his presence felt. There are the Northerners who have travelled with Jesus. The Galileans, including his disciples, with their provincial accents. This group have had exposure ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Redirecting A Nation (08)

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 3, 2008

If there were ever a time we need some redirection, it may be now.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We have celebrated our 232nd birthday as a nation. This is the greatest country on the earth and I do not know if there has been any better. • We have been given a great nation, we are stewards of a nation in which others fought, sacrificed and died for. • Our Founding ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Apollos Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Aug 12, 2008

How are we at witnessing for the Lord?

Apollos – 3rd August 2008 am Acts 18:24-28 It is evident from reading this passage and the verse preceding this, that the Lord intended for there to be a major breakthrough for the gospel at Ephesus. First of all Paul had visited the city at the end of his second missionary journey. Then Aquila ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

#6 - Warning About Refusing To Hear God Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 4, 2009

From Hebrews 12 I offer these 4 warnings about not listening to the voice (call) of God.

CODE YELLOW ALERT Warning about Refusing to Hear God Hebrews 12:25-29 * As a parent, what did you do if, or maybe, when your children simply refused to listen to you. I dare say (right or wrong) that the majority of us had a progression of severity we went through to bring our child into line. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:25-29

Denomination: Baptist

Sandpaper Christians

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 20, 2008

If Christians are to make a difference in society, we must be salt and light. This sermon adds sandpaper... sometimes we have to rub against the grain.

Sand Paper Christians Romans 12:2, John 15:18-19 Intro: These words were scribbled on the tomb of an Anglican bishop in the crypts of Westminster Abbey... "When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits, I dreamed of changing the world. As I grew older and wiser, I discovered the world ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Baptist